Timberline Glamping at Amicalola Falls

Dawsonville, Georgia


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Timberline Glamping at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia, places luxury glamping accommodations at the foot of Georgia's tallest waterfall — a 729-foot cascade in the North Georgia mountains that serves as the western terminus approach trail for the Appalachian Trail and marks the beginning of the 2,190-mile footpath to Katahdin, Maine. The state park setting, the waterfall's visual presence, and the accessibility of the Appalachian Trail's southern approach make Amicalola Falls one of the most compelling glamping locations available within an hour's drive of the Atlanta metropolitan area. Spacious glamping tents with comfortable furnishings, individual wood fire pits, hammocks, and picnic tables give guests the outdoor living infrastructure for full days spent between the state park's trail network and the tent's evening fire circle, without the equipment logistics that traditional tent camping requires. The accommodations are positioned within the state park's natural forest environment, giving guests immediate access to the park's amenities — the trail system, the base of the falls, and the approach trail to the summit overlook — from a glamping base that returns them to comfort at the end of each day's activity. Air conditioning and heating handle the North Georgia mountains' full seasonal temperature range. Amicalola Falls itself is one of the most impressive waterfall experiences in the eastern United States — the 729-foot total drop through a series of cascades in a forested gorge setting, accessible by trail from the state park's lodge and visitor center, provides a hiking objective substantial enough to anchor a full day at the park without additional programming. The Appalachian Trail Approach Trail from Amicalola Falls to the official AT terminus at Springer Mountain adds 8.5 miles and over 3,000 feet of elevation gain — a serious day hike or easy overnight for guests who want to touch the actual Appalachian Trail starting point that every AT thru-hiker passes through. Dahlonega, the site of America's first major gold rush in 1828, is 20 minutes from Amicalola Falls and provides one of North Georgia's most engaging small-town experiences — the historic Gold Museum on the Public Square, gold panning experiences, and a Wine Trail of Dahlonega-area estate wineries in the Appalachian mountain wine corridor that have developed into a legitimate culinary tourism destination over the past two decades. The Chattahoochee National Forest surrounding the state park adds hundreds of miles of additional hiking and trout fishing access in the Appalachian highlands that the Amicalola Falls area anchors. Timberline Glamping at Amicalola Falls operates through the North Georgia mountain outdoor season with peak demand in spring and fall — the Appalachian Trail's traditional northbound thru-hike season begins at Springer Mountain in March and April, bringing a surge of AT-adjacent tourism to Amicalola Falls, and the October foliage in the North Georgia mountains is among the most consistently beautiful in the Southeast. Summer provides the longest days for trail exploration and the full state park programming calendar. Reserve tents well ahead for spring AT season and the October foliage peak, when Amicalola Falls and the Dahlonega area's accommodation inventory is particularly competitive.

What does this place offer

  • Basketball
  • Bathrooms
  • Corn Hole
  • Firewood
  • General Store
  • Hiking
  • Laundry
  • Pavilion
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnicking

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Location

Timberline Glamping at Amicalola Falls, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534, USA


Things to know

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Rules

Check-In Procedure - Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. - Checkout time is 10:00 a.m. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Arrival Times - 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Initial Deposit - At the time of booking, 50% of the reservation balance will be collected. - Payment for all gift certificates will also be collected. Scheduled Deposit - 14 days before arrival, 100% of the reservation balance will be collected. - If a reservation is booked "last-minute" (within the scheduled time frame), 100% of the remaining balance will be collected. Children Policy - Children are welcome with an accompanying adult. Pet Policy - We love our furry Glampers! - Just let us know ahead of time. - There is a $45 Pet Cleaning Fee that is charged to each guest bringing pets if we are notified ahead of time. - Failure to do so will result in a $150.00 fine. - If you did not add this fee for each of your pets at the time of reservation, please notify us so that we can add it for you (it is not automatically calculated just by indicating that you are bringing pets.) - Pets must be kept on a leash not exceeding 10 feet in length. - Pets are not allowed in restrooms, playground areas, shelters, or designated swim areas. - Pets shall not be left unattended in any Timberline Glamping accommodation unless properly created, and should not be left alone for extended periods of time. - The guest is financially responsible for all damage caused by their pets. - Please pick up after your pet's waste; failure to do so may result in additional fines. - Please be mindful of your dog's barking. - We are very fortunate to do business in Amicalola Falls State Park, and we hope to be welcome there for a long time! - If we receive complaints from the park staff that your dog is disruptive or aggressive toward other guests or their dogs, we reserve the right to ask you/your pet to leave early. Credit Card Security - Your credit card information is stored and processed securely. Payment - Final balance is due 14 days prior to your check-in date and will be automatically charged to the card on file. - If you prefer to use a different method of payment for your remaining balance, please call us at 706-204-9245 with the new payment information. - If the card on file becomes invalid and Timberline Glamping is unable to collect payment in full, Timberline Glamping will reach out to guests for new payment information. - If payment arrangements have not been made in 3 days Timberline Glamping reserves the right to cancel the reservation and guest will forfeit their deposit. Parking Policy - You may be charged a $5 parking fee at the gate of the State Park. - The campground restricts parking to 2 vehicles per campsite. - There is no room for additional vehicles. Quiet Hours - Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m. - Unreasonable or excessive noise at any time is prohibited. - We reserve the right to ask rowdy or disruptive guests to leave early with no refunds. Smoking Policy - Smoking is prohibited in or around Timberline Glamping accommodations as well as the campsite. - The guest agrees to pay $750.00 for smoking in or around the Timberline Glamping accommodations. - This policy is strictly enforced. Garbage Policy - Garbage should be deposited at the trash receptacles placed throughout the campsite. - Due to bears in the area, do not leave any food out. - Food should be stored in a refrigerator or cooler. Occupancy - Max occupancy per campsite is 6 persons. - Personal tents may not be set up at the glamping site. Fire Policy - Fires must be confined in a designated fire ring or grill. - Guests are not permitted to collect firewood from fallen trees/branches around the campground. Cleaning Fees - Our cleaning staff works very hard to create an amazing experience for our guests. - Please be respectful of our hardworking staff by not leaving an unreasonable mess behind. - If someone in your party has an accident and leaves urine, blood, or feces on the sheets, please give us a courtesy notice so this can be handled safely. - Our laundry service will not accept linens that are contaminated with pet or human waste or blood, therefore we reserve the right to charge the guest for the cost of replacing such linens. Credit Card on File - The renter agrees that they will provide Timberline Glamping Co. with a valid credit card to be kept on file in case of damages. Loss of Renter(s) Property - It is expressly agreed that Timberline Glamping Co. shall not be liable for the loss or damage to any property left or stored by the renter or any other person in or upon said equipment after the return thereof to Timberline Glamping Co. - Renter agrees to hold Timberline Glamping Co. harmless from, and against any such claim. Campground Disclaimer - Timberline glamping at Amicalola Falls is subject to the rules of Amicalola Falls Park. - Timberline Glamping Co. reserves the right to inspect rental equipment up to 5 days after the rental period if necessary. - If damage is caused during the rental period, or rental equipment is missing/not returned, I the renter authorize Timberline Glamping Co. to notify me of the costs and charge the credit card on file to recover damages or replace missing equipment. - I, the renter, understand that all damages will be repaired by Timberline Glamping Co.'s authorized mechanics and/or repairmen, and no repairs will be allowed by the renter or other suggested mechanics. - I understand that I as a renter am responsible for all damages, even if they are above the amount of my initial deposit or authorization.

Cancellation Policy

MODERATE If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a full refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within the 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.